August weather forecastEl Nancito, Panama

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in El Nancito, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and an average low of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Temperature

El Nancito's shift into August is marked by a subtle change to a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F) from July's 29.3°C (84.7°F) in temperature. August's nights observe an average temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In El Nancito, the average relative humidity in August is 85%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 28.4 days. Throughout August, 196mm (7.72") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in El Nancito, there are 261.2 rainfall days, and 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of August in El Nancito, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in El Nancito is 7.8h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in El Nancito. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.